2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
